RHS Certificate in the Principles of Plant Growth and Development - Level 2

Unit 1:

Plant Science I: provides underpinning knowledge of the plant, its structure and function

Plant Health: provides underpinning knowledge and understanding of the effect of a range of factors on plant health.

Plant Nutrition: provides horticultural knowledge of plant nutrition and growing media.

Plant Specification: provides horticultural knowledge to make recommendations for planting based on matching plant need and site requirements.

Unit 2:

Plant Science II: provides an understanding of the range and role of plant adaptations.

Planting Styles: provides horticultural knowledge of the factors involved in creating a wide range of different horticultural plantings.

Horticulture and Society: allows learners to develop their knowledge and understanding of horticulture’s contribution to society, including social, environmental, and economic.

Biodiversity: provides an applied knowledge of the roles of plants in creating habitats to encourage biodiversity

There are bursaries available to help you with other course costs. Call 01235 216212 for more information.

As part of your course we may organise trips to assist you with your learning. Trips are optional, and you will not be penalised if you choose not to participate.

There are bursaries available to help you with other course costs. Call 01235 216 212 for more information.

The rules on fee reduction are complicated and we would encourage you to talk to our Admissions staff on 01235 216 400 to discuss your options. You can find more information on our Fees and Bursaries page - search "Fees and Bursaries" at the top of the page.